Geography and GIS

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Overview

Geography studies the relationships between places, the environment, and the people who live there. It is a bridge between the physical and social sciences with much demand in emerging job markets. Geography classes at TMCC emphasizes the integration of human and physical geography and encourages the use of geospatial information technology.

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

GIS is a broad-reaching field that deals with the collection, processing, analysis, and projection of spatial data. A multitude of fields rely on this discipline including natural resource management, civil engineering, business, urban planning, public health, Earth sciences, and many more.

The Geospatial Data Management Skills Certificate simple, three-class sequence that could be added on to degrees in the disciplines listed above, making you more desirable to employers. This certificate is stackable to a Certificate of Achievement offered at UNR. The classes in this certificate are listed below:

  • GEOG 210 – Geotechnology: Learn to collect geospatial data, analyze those data using ArcGIS software. Offered in the fall.
  • GEOG 220 – Cartography: Study and apply the skills for creating a map that is an effective communication tool.
  • DATA 101 – Introduction to Data Science: A survey course of the core elements of data science.

Level up your career with a Skills Certificate in Geospatial Data Management. If you have questions, please contact Roger Putnam.

Why Choose Geography/GIS at TMCC?

  • Using skills from the social and physical sciences, Geography classes are excellent options for fulfilling general education science, social science, and diversity requirements.
  • The integrative nature of any Geography class means that you will likely find something of interest in it, no matter what your career path is.
  • All geography classes are limited to 32 students, the small class size allows students to work closely with their instructor.
  • You get to use the latest tools of geotechnology.

College Catalog Information

Check out additional Degree and Certificate information, including Recommended Course Schedule, Program Requirements and Program Outcomes.

Career Paths

  • Geospatial Information Scientist
  • Cartographer
  • Precision Agriculture Technician
  • Urban and Regional Planner
  • Environmental Restoration Technician
  • Climatologist
  • Transportation Planner
  • Surveyor
  • Range Manager